The Oklahoma Public Archaeology Network (OKPAN) is a program of the University of Oklahoma that serves as your connection to archaeology in the state of Oklahoma. OKPAN's mission is bridging communities with a passion for the past through public education and outreach, research and teaching partnerships, and professional development opportunities.
Oklahoma Community Heritage Project
The Oklahoma Community Heritage Project connects our community through virtually "donated" objects and the stories they tell. Get connected, read stories, and learn how archaeologists study heritage through material objects.
Education
OKPAN's Education Division strives to share archaeology and the past with our state's many communities through programs that reach both kids and adults. Whether we are visiting a K-12 classroom or offering workshops for life-long learners, we want to make archaeology accessible for all.
Oklahoma Archaeology Month
Oklahoma Archaeology Month is every October and consists of numerous events for educating people of all ages about archaeology. Submit your event today.
“Bridging communities with a passion for the past through public education and outreach, research and teaching partnerships, and professional development opportunities.”
What is OKPAN?
The Oklahoma Public Archaeology Network, or OKPAN, is a program of the University of Oklahoma that serves as your connection to archaeology in the state of Oklahoma. We bridge all of Oklahoma’s communities with an interest in the past while promoting education, understanding, and outreach. At our heart, we aspire to promote a respectful exchange about Oklahoma’s past.
What We Do
OKPAN hosts a variety of educational outreach events and initiatives, including Oklahoma Archaeology Month each October and the biennial Oklahoma Archaeology Conference. We also offer educational resources, including a “Request an Archaeologist” program for K-12 classrooms as well as our “Archaeological Skills Workshop Series” for anyone wishing to learn more tools-of-the-trade. OKPAN is continuously developing new events and initiatives, so follow us to learn more about archaeology in Oklahoma…or contact us with ideas of your own!
Our Initiatives
Below are just a few of OKPAN's highlighted programs and initiatives. Click to learn more.
